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January 31, 2005

True Force Global Internationals, San Antonio, Texas, July 16th, 2005

Date: July 16th, 2005
Location: San Antonio, TX
Name: True Force Global Internationals

Contact: Master Michael Hornsby
Phone 011-44-13638533547
Email: trueforce2000@yahoo.com
Website: N/A

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3rd Annual Octagon Open, Irving, Texas, July 9th, 2005

Date: July 9th, 2005
Location: Irving, Texas
Name: 3rd annual Octagon Open

Contacts: Zedrick Burns
Phone 972-252-1875
Email: bandtaekwondo@yahoo.com
Website: N/A

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35th Annual State Karate Championship, Austin, TX, June 4th, 2005

Date: June 4th, 2005
Location: Austin, Texas
Name: 35th Annual Karate State Championship

Contacts: Abel Villareal
Phone 512-916-4449
Email: abelvillareal@hotmail.com
Website: N/A

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January 24, 2005

The Black Belt


THE BLACK BELT

A parable tells about a martial artist who kneels before a master
sensei in a ceremony to receive the hard-earned Black Belt. After
years of relentless training, the student has finally reached a
pinnacle of achievement in the discipline.

"Before granting the belt, you must pass one more test," the sensei
solemnly tells the young man.

"I'm ready," responds the student, expecting perhaps one more round of
sparring.

"You must answer the essential question: What is the true meaning of
the Black Belt?"

"Why, the end of my journey," says the student. "A well-deserved
reward for my hard work."

The master waits for more. Clearly, he is not satisfied. The sensei
finally speaks: "You are not ready for the Black Belt. Return in one
year."

As the student kneels before his master a year later, he is again
asked the question, "What is the true meaning of the Black Belt?"

"It is a symbol of distinction and the highest achievement in our
art," the young man responds.

Again the master waits for more. Still unsatisfied, he says once more:
"You are not ready for the Black Belt. Return in one year."

A year later the student kneels before his sensei and hears the
question, "What is the true meaning of the Black Belt?"

This time he answers, "The Black Belt represents not the end, but the
beginning, the start of a never-ending journey of discipline, work and
the pursuit of an ever higher standard."

"Yes," says the master. "You are now ready to receive the Black Belt
and begin your work."

You may not be hoping for a Black Belt, but you might be at a crucial
point. Maybe you’re facing a life change, perhaps even a painful one.
Or maybe you are awaiting something you have worked hard to attain -
graduation, a new job, a promotion, or even retirement.

All wise people see that changes can be new beginnings. Change need
not be feared. And neither should we be looking for a permanent
resting place, for a full and happy life is never stagnant.

Does the change you face represent, not just an ending, but a new
beginning in your life’s journey? If so, you may be ready to move
forward.
__________

Steve Goodier Publisher@LifeSupportSystem.com is a professional
speaker, consultant and author of numerous books. Visit his site for
more information, or to sign up for his FREE newsletter of Life, Love
and Laughter at http://LifeSupportSystem.com.


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January 23, 2005

Dragonfest (Martial Arts Tournament), March 9th, 2005, Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Date: March 9th, 2005
Location: Eureka Springs High School
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Name: Dragonfest

Contacts: Linda Groves
Phone 479-253-0448
Email: sensei5225@cox-internet.com
Website: N/A

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5th Eureka Springs Martial Artist Classic, June 11th, 2005, Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Date: June 11th, 2005
Location: Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Name: 5th Eureka Springs Martial Artist Classic

Contacts: Linda Groves
Phone 479-253-0448
Email: sensei5225@cox-internet.com
Website: N/A

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Northwest Open (Martial Arts Tournament), February 5th - 6th, 2005, Tacoma, Washington

Date: February 5th - 6th, 2005
Location: Tacoma, Washington
Name: Northwest Open

Contact: James Williams Sr.
Phone 360-471-4446
Email: jameswilliams@imanidragons.cmasdirect.com
Website: N/A

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USA Nationals (Martial Arts Tournament) , March 18th - 20th, 2005, Centralia, Washington

Date: March 18th - 20th, 2005
Location: Centralia, Washington
Name: USA Nationals

Contact: Jess Palmer
Phone 360-275-8425
Email: M36702@AOL.COM
Website: N/A

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4th Junion Friendship Open (Martial Arts Tournament), April 30th, 2005, Eatonville, Washington

Date: April 30th, 2005
Location: Eatonville, Washington
Name: 4th Junior Friendship Open

Contact: David Palmer
Phone 360-832-4240
Email: fiesteyredhead@aol.com
Website: N/A

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January 22, 2005

Karate School Owners - Here's A Great Way To Increase Your Income

Attention Dojo Owners: Here's an easy, inexpensive way
to setup another great revenue stream. Set up a travel
agency within your dojo. Allow you students, instructors,
and even those who discover your website over the internet
to book their travel from your website. You earn a
commission on those travel bookings.

The website is powered by a very powerful travel search
engine. This search engine looks through the various
databases and finds travel bargains for you and your
customers. It also allows your customers to sign up for
an email newsletter that periodically notifies them of
travel bargains. You can check this out at:
http://www.ytbnet.com/williecrawford

Let me know if you have any questions.

Willie Crawford
webmaster@tournamentsite.com
http://Tournamentsite.com

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Martial Arts School Owners - Here's How To Earn Extra Money

Attention Dojo Owners: Here's an easy, inexpensive way
to setup another great revenue stream. Set up a travel
agency within your dojo. Allow you students, instructors,
and even those who discover your website over the internet
to book their travel from your website. You earn a
commission on those travel bookings.

The website is powered by a very powerful travel search
engine. This search engine looks through the various
databases and finds travel bargains for you and your
customers. It also allows your customers to sign up for
an email newsletter that periodically notifies them of
travel bargains. You can check this out at:
http://www.ytbnet.com/williecrawford

Let me know if you have any questions.

Willie Crawford
webmaster@tournamentsite.com
http://Tournamentsite.com

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January 20, 2005

Lousiana Pro-Am Karate & Kung-Fu Nationals, Lafayette, Louisiana, February 4th - 5th, 2005

Date: February 4th - 5th, 2005
Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
Name: Lousiana Pro-Am Karate & Kung-Fu Nationals
Contact: "PeeWee" Blanco
Phone 337-984-6014
Email: peeweeblanco@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.lapro-am.com/

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Karate Tournament - Salt Lake City Nationals, Salt Lake City,Utah, March 18th, 2005

Date: March 18th, 2005
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Name: The Salt Lake Nationals

Contacts: Rebekah Cox
Phone 801-815-5425
Email: WINsaltcity@aol.com
Website: N/A

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Kick National Martial Arts Championships, April 19th, 2005, Ontario, Canada


Date: April 9th, 2005
Location: Stratford, Ontario, Canada
Name: Kick National Martial Arts Championships

Contact: Frank Misuraca
Phone 519-273-4807
Email: frankmisuraca@hotmail.com
Website: N/A

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Canadian Worldwide Kenpo Karate Tournament, February 19,2005, Ontario, Canada

Date: February 19th, 2005
Location: Sarnia, Ontario,Canada
Name: Canadian Worldwide Kenpo Karate Tournament 2005

Contact: Faron or Patti Whiteye
Phone 519-542-4426
Email: timaa01@yahoo.com
Website: N/A

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Ontario Provencial Open Martial Arts Championships, Feb 26, 2005, Ontario, Canada

Date: February 26,2005
Location: Hamilton,Ontario,Canada
Name: Ontario Provencial Open Martial Arts Championships

Contacts: Armie Rizzo
Phone 905-664-2948
Email: ARMIE_RIZZO@HOTMAIL.COM
Website: N/A

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January 17, 2005

Purple Dragons 4th Annual Interdojo She-ai, Jupiter, Florida, March 19-20, 2005

Date: March 19 - 20th, 2005
Location: Jupiter, Florida
Name: Purple Dragons 4th Annual Interdojo She-ai

Contact: Sensei Albert Andrews
Phone 561-307-2516
Email: purpledreagonfl@bellsouth.net
Website: N/A

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2005 FIST Championships, Hollywood, Florida, J,anuary 29th, 2005

Date: January 29th, 2005
Location: Hollywood, Florida
Name: 2005 FIST Championships

Contacts: Dan Reizner/Andy Gonzales
Phone 954-815-6871
Email: dreizner@bellsouth.net
Website: N/A

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January 04, 2005

Florida Citrus Cup, Pembroke Pines Florida, January 23rd, 2005

Date: January 23rd, 2005
Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
Name: Florida Citrus Cup

Contact: Sensei Gilbert Venero
Phone 954-443-8182
Email: senseigv@yahoo.com
Website: N/A

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